Trevor Sinclair has admitted his surprise over Crystal Palace's decision to sell Dwight Gayle to Championship outfit Bristol City on social networking site Twitter.

The former Manchester City and West Ham United winger is unsure as to why the 24-year-old has not featured more regularly for the Eagles, while suggesting that he believes Alan Pardew's decision to let him leave the club may be misguided.

Recent reports, such as those in the Guardian, suggest that Bristol City have had an undisclosed offer, believed to be valued at £6million, for Gayle accepted - as is often the case with former players, Sinclair has taken to Twitter to react to this news:

Can't understand why Dwight Gayle hasn't played more for @CPFC over the last couple of years! Gr8 finisher and will fly @bcfctweets

Indeed, he has been top scorer (based on goals in all competitions) in both seasons he's spent with the club - eight in 2013-14 and 10 in 2014-15 - despite starting just 19 games in the past two years.

Sinclair suggests a move to Bristol City and the Ashton Gate Stadium - where he will undoubtedly receive regular game time - will see him thrive. The former City midfielder believes his finishing ability will make him a huge success in the Championship.

Chris Linnell

Chris is a freelance football writer from Wiltshire, England. He is currently studying Modern History and Politics at the University of Liverpool. He has written for various other sites, including the Boot Room and Bleacher Report. His work has also featured on Eurosport.